A turtle is 20 5/6 inches below the surface of a pond. It dives to the depth of 32 1/4 inches. What is the change in the turtle's position? Group of answer choices
(i know the answer i just need to know if its negitive or postive )

Respuesta :

Answer:

negative

Step-by-step explanation:

I'm pretty sure its negative because the turtle is going under!

Answer:

  • - 11 1/4 in

Step-by-step explanation:

  • Initial position: - 20 5/6 in
  • Final position:  - 32 1/4 in

Change in position:

  • - 32 1/4 - (-20 5/6) =
  • - 32 1/4 + 20 5/6 =
  • - (11 + 5/4 - 5/6) =
  • - (11 + 15/12 - 10/12) =
  • - 11 3/12 =
  • - 11 1/4 in